BANDS &
ENSEMBLES
Our bands & ensembles are at the heart of what we do
All of our students, whether they are new to their instrument or have been playing for some time, are encouraged to join one of our bands or ensembles. These groups provide an excellent platform for improvement on their chosen instrument as well as providing important social and emotional connections between them and their peers. Throughout the year these groups also have a number of performance engagements providing the opportunity for students to perform at local and national and internationally renowned venues around Manchester.
The cost to access any of our ensembles is just £15 per half-term (£90 per year) and for this price, you can access any of the other groups for free. If you would like to come down and visit any of our groups before joining, please get in touch with us. Alternatively to sign up for an ensemble, band or choir please click the button below.
mUSIC CENTRE TIMETABLE
Monday
4pm – 4:45pm: Kickstarter Band
4pm - 4:30pm - SEND SESSION
5pm – 6pm: Junior Strings
6pm – 7pm: Senior Strings
Tuesday
4pm – 4:45pm: Kickstarter Band
5pm – 5:45pm: Junior Wind Band
6pm – 6:45pm: Brass Band
6pm – 6:45pm: Percussion Group
6pm – 6:45pm: Woodwind Group
6:45pm – 7:45pm: Wind Band
Wednesday
4pm – 4:45pm: Kickstarter Band
5pm – 6pm: Junior Band Skills
5pm – 8pm: Band Skills
Thursday
4:15pm – 5pm: Infant Musicians
4:30pm – 5:15pm: Junior Ukulele Group
5:15pm – 6:15pm: Music Theory
5:15pm – 6pm: Junior Choir
6pm – 7pm: Senior Choir
Kickstarter Band
A KS2 introductory band designed primarily for students receiving whole-class music tuition in school. These students can attend the band free of charge while they are taking part in school music lessons. Beginner students who are not receiving music tuition in school are also welcome to join for the standard ensemble fee.
Infant Musicians
A fun session for all children aged 4 to 7 to start making music as part of a group. An exploration of instruments and singing through games and movement.
Junior Choir
Opportunity for children from school years 3 to 6 to sing as part of a larger ensemble. Students will perform new arrangements of popular songs and learn essential techniques like singing in harmony and blending with others as well as listening skills.
Senior Choir
An exciting choir for ages 11 to 18 performing a wide variety of repertoire from pop to musical theatre. Ideal for anyone who loves singing and wants to learn essential skills of singing in a larger ensemble and to boost their confidence.
Band Skills
Various groups open to any skill level from year 4 upwards as long as the student has a basic understanding of their instrument. Perfect for students who want to be in a band, and learn vital techniques like musicianship, microphone technique and the use of equipment and music technology in a group setting. Most commonly for instruments like Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboards, Vocals but open to any instrument. We have various bands that meet for 1 hour sessions between 5pm and 8pm, sign up and we will assign you to which ever group is the best fit both instrumentally and to your skill level.
Ukulele Group
A group for school years 3 to 6 for anyone who wants to learn to play the Ukulele. A friendly and welcoming group for all abilities, it’s fantastic fun!
Junior Strings
Warm and friendly group for Violin, Viola, Cello & Double Bass students from beginner to Grade 3.
Senior Strings
A wonderful group for all Violin, Viola, Cello & Double Bass students from Grade 3 onwards.
Junior Wind Band
Wind band for all woodwind and brass instruments, geared towards total beginners getting to know their instrument all the way up to grade 2.
Brass Band
A long running ensemble for all brass and percussion players (Tuned and Drum Kit) aged 11 and up. Playing a wide range of music including music from film and TV and more traditional brass band music in preparation for traditional events like Whit Friday.
Woodwind Group
A fantastic ensemble for players 11 and up, playing a mix of traditional and popular music in preparation for performances and involvement with the TMS Wind Band.
Wind Band
A fantastic combined band for all woodwind and brass instruments from Grade 2 onwards.
SEND Group
A fun and inclusive music session for SEND students. Through the use of specialist equipment, participants can enjoy music making in a supportive, relaxed, and welcoming environment tailored to individual needs. Our Junior Strings ensemble follows directly after, which is also suitable for SEND students. Due to the nature of stringed instruments, it is a sensory-friendly environment and this group supports the use of accessible technology.
TMS: Hattersley Brass
A satellite Brass ensemble for KS2 students and up.
Monday
4pm – 4:45pm: Kickstarter Band
4pm - 4:30pm - SEND SESSION
5pm – 5:45pm: Junior Strings
6pm – 7pm: Senior Strings
Tuesday
4pm – 4:45pm: Kickstarter Band
5pm – 5:45pm: Junior Wind Band
6pm – 6:45pm: Brass Band
6pm – 6:45pm: Percussion Group
6pm – 6:45pm: Woodwind Group
6:45pm – 7:45pm: Wind Band
Wednesday
4pm – 4:45pm: Kickstarter Band
5pm – 6pm: Junior Band Skills
5pm – 8pm: Band Skills
Thursday
4:15pm – 5pm: Infant Musicians
4:30pm – 5:15pm: Junior Ukulele Group
5:15pm – 6:15pm: Music Theory
5:15pm – 6pm: Junior Choir
6pm – 7pm: Senior Choir
OUR WEEKLY ENSEMBLES:
